The axing of a judge and the justice minister has plunged Swaziland into judicial crisis.
Zambians and regional observers are keen to see what the new president’s rise to power will entail.
Zambia’s main opposition appeared on course for a convincing victory Thursday, following an election marred by disorganisation and sporadic violence.
When former Zambian president Frederick Chiluba was taken to court, accused of embezzling millions of dollars, many held their breath.
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/ 9 September 2011
Twenty-one people have appeared in court in Angola, charged with public order offences, following a rare anti-government demonstration.
Banks are offering yuan on demand — another sign of the growing Chinese presence.
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/ 9 September 2011
In the run up to Zambia’s presidential and parliamentary elections, we asked people what they think about their country.
Cash-strapped Swaziland plans to spend nearly half of its R2.4-billion loan from South Africa on capital-investment projects.
The race for the Zambia’s top office is heating up in Lusaka, reports <b>Louise Redvers</b>.
Economic indicators show Zambia is on the path of progress, but for millions of poor citizens their daily existence is a grind.